Darell Primary Campus

Darell Primary Campus are looking for a Teaching Assistant Apprentice to provide support for pupils, the Teacher and the school in order to raise standards of achievement for all our pupils who have severe or profound and multiple learning disabilities; some pupils have a co-diagnosis of Autism. To encourage pupils to become independent learners, to provide support for their welfare, and to support the inclusion of pupils in all aspects of school life, by utilising a good standard of practical knowledge and skills.

**Duties**:

- Work as part of the staff team at the direction of the Headteacher/ Deputy Headteacher/ Class Teacher to support teaching provision and pupils’ learning.
- Support the teaching and use appropriate strategies and approaches and ICT for pupils; assisting pupils to access the full curriculum appropriate to their level. Be familiar with lesson plans, EHCP targets and intended pupil learning outcomes.
- Help to monitor the progress of identified pupil’s performance. Use ICT effectively to support pupil learning. Keep written records consistent with school systems and provide the Teacher with feedback on pupil progress in relation to provision.
- Contribute to the planning, development and implementation of best practice to meet the needs of individual pupils.
- In conjunction with the Class Teacher, help to plan and organise learning activities. Help to develop and prepare resources. To implement strategies for teaching and learning for individuals and groups of pupils, taking into account their specific needs
- Provide support for pupils’ emotional and social development by encouraging and modelling positive behaviour and dealing with disruption as outlined in the Trust’s Behaviour & Safety Policy. Contribute to programmes to support for identified pupils.
- Gather and report information from and to parents/carers as directed.
- Communicate and liaise with other members of school staff in order to ensure the most effective provision for pupils’ academic, emotional and social development. Respect pupil confidentiality.
- In collaboration with the Teachers, contribute to setting short, medium and long term targets and to periodic formal and informal review meetings (including contributing to written reports).
- Promote and facilitate the progress, integration and inclusion of pupils.
- In collaboration with the Class Teacher, communicate and liaise with professionals within and external to the school.
- Work in all areas of the Trust and liaise with all staff in class when Teacher is absent, in line with the cover policy.
- Accompany and support pupils during inclusive learning activities within mainstream partner schools including working with the pupils and students of those schools under a Teachers’ directions. Work with mainstream pupils and students during inclusive learning activities taking place within Strathmore;
- Supervise pupils in the playground and at break times and organise appropriate activities.
- Attend outings with pupils, in accordance with school policies and safety guidelines, providing assistance with pupil’s care and welfare and with the learning activities undertaken.
- Following school procedures, attend to pupils’ personal needs and implement related personal programmes, including social, health, physical, behavioural, hygiene, medical and welfare matters. This will include assisting with the administration of medication in accordance with individual’s Care Plan.
- Be aware of key school and Trust plans, policies and procedures, especially the Health and Safety and Child Protection policies, reporting concerns to the appropriate person.
- Take an active role in the Performance Management and Appraisal cycle in order to identify and agree development needs and appropriate training. Improve own practice through research, self-study, training, observation and discussion
- Take part in hydrotherapy and swimming sessions alongside pupils in the water under the supervision of a swimming tutor. Support pupils to develop independent dressing skills.
- Within contracted hours, undertake Induction training and other training as may be required for the better performance of your duties.
- Within contracted hours, attend staff meetings as required.
- Understand the specific learning and physical needs of the pupils and know how to respond appropriately.
- Respect the confidentiality of pupil information and respond sensitively to pupils’ needs.
- Undertake all duties and interactions with employees, partner providers fairly, without unlawful discrimination and with due regard to the Trust’s Equalities policy.
- All staff are expected to work as a whole school team towards the School Development Plan objectives within a spirit of mutual professional respect and to foster a positive school climate in which all are supported to thrive and learn.

**What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?**
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